William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

LakeUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Wood Duck, Gadwall, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Wood Duck Gadwall Mallard Mourning Dove Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/31/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)6 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/30/20261594 Trolley Road, Hanover, Pennsylvania, US (39.832, -76.928)2 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

5/28/2026Neighborhood1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/28/2026Codorus SP--Black Rock Flats Boat Launch1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/27/2026Blue Rock Rd. Boat Launch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

205/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Great Egret

35/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

55/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Wood Thrush

15/30/2026

Mallard

35/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

Wood Duck

35/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

85/30/2026

Barn Swallow

25/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/26/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk for birding?▼

The best months to visit William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk?▼

Notable species at William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk include Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk?▼

Birding at William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk?▼

William H. Kain County Park - Lake Redman Boardwalk offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.